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Alton Baker Skinner Butte

About this event

We will hike a loop around Alton Baker Park then cross the Peter DeFazio footbridge.  From there we will walk the paved path to Skinners Butte and hike the forested trail to the top with views of Eugene and the surrounding hills. 



Difficulty: Easy

Pace: Moderate 

Hiking Distance: 4 to 5 miles RT

Elevation Gain: 300 feet

Driving Distance: 130 miles RT

Click here to view a list of Chemeketans' recommended essentials for wilderness hikes.

Date

Sunday, February 1, 2026

Trip Leader(s)

John Huff

Category

Hiking

Registration Info

Registration is not available online - contact the event coordinator
The Trip Leader is the event coordinator. The Trip Leader has the final say over who may participate in the event.

Hiking Trip Ratings:
EASY: Maximum of 5 miles round trip, elevation gain less than 1000 feet
MEDIUM: 6-10 miles round trip, elevation gain 1000-2000 feet
HARD: Long, difficult, and strenuous

To reimburse drivers for vehicle operation costs, the suggested donation by passengers is $0.10 per mile per person to the driver.